In this episode of Sports Geek, Sean Callanan chats with Jane Fernandez – Chief Operating Officer Australia, FIFA Women's World Cup 2023.
On this podcast, you'll learn about:
- Jane's role in the successful bid for the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023
- The importance of partnership in delivering successful major sporting events
- How stadium activations and fan festivals brought a thrilling experience to all the games
- The amazing Matildas’ run and how they capture Australia's heart
- The impact and legacy of the FIFA Women's World Cup beyond the tournament
- A quick recap of #SportsGeek350 – 10 years in the making.

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Resources from the podcast
- Connect with Jane Fernandez on Linkedin to let her know that you listened to the episode, and give her a follow on Twitter – @JaneKFernandez.
- Follow FIFA Women's World Cup Australia New Zealand 2023 across social media
- Twitter – @FIFAWWC
- LinkedIn – FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023™
- Facebook – @FIFA Women's World Cup
- Instagram – @fifawomensworldcup
- TikTok – @fifawomensworldcup
- Recommendation by Jane
- @thefemaleathleteproject – founded by Chloe Dalton
- Check out the Sports Geek Amplify Series – Season 2
- Episodes you should listen to
As discussed on the podcast
Worth it
A moment worth waiting for… 🇦🇺🥳 https://t.co/Q5bqZktBuM pic.twitter.com/ozm6jmBAuL
— FIFA Women's World Cup (@FIFAWWC) September 13, 2023
Matildas, not done yet
Thanks for your support, Australia. 👏
This isn’t the end. It’s just the beginning, because we’re not done #TilitsDone
📰 Read More: https://t.co/KLUR8Sl2zu#Matildas pic.twitter.com/WIXwPpLENT
— CommBank Matildas (@TheMatildas) August 25, 2023
Scenes in Brisbane
Go behind the scenes at yesterday's celebration at Riverstage, brought to you by @commbank! 🕵️♂️
#Matildas #FIFAWWC #TilitsDone pic.twitter.com/wdthmhn9Xr— CommBank Matildas (@TheMatildas) August 21, 2023
Beyond Greatness
Pies winning the AFL Premiership, I just had to recreate this moment.
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